جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Sawyer K. Kempمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Shakespeare Studies
• Early Modern Drama
• Performance Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sawyer K. Kemp is an Assistant Professor in the Department of English at Queens College, CUNY. Their research focuses on Shakespeare, early modern drama, and performance studies with an emphasis on transgender methodologies and social justice. Key projects include analyzing accessibility in Shakespearean performance and exploring intersections between contemporary gender issues and premodern texts. Research interests include feminist/queer critiques of theater accessibility, trans methodologies for early modern texts, and anti-Blackness studies in Shakespeare. Teaching interests span Shakespearean studies, performance theory, and transgender literary analysis. Publications engage with topics like anti-Blackness in Othello , transgender dramaturgy, and digital Shakespeare games. Kemp’s work appears in Shakespeare Quarterly , Shakespeare Studies , and Teaching Social Justice Through Shakespeare . No awards explicitly listed. Advising and grant details not provided in source text. Active in interdisciplinary research bridging theater history, gender studies, and social justice pedagogy.

Ria Banerjeeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Literary Modernism
• Film Histories
• Historiography
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ria Banerjee is Professor of Comparative Literature at the CUNY Graduate Center, where she also serves as Faculty Awards Director and Deputy Director of the CUNY Academy for the Humanities and Sciences. She is concurrently Associate Professor of English at Guttman Community College, where she teaches developmental writing and literature courses. At the Graduate Center, she is consortial faculty in Liberal Studies and Film and Media Cultures, reflecting her interdisciplinary academic profile. Dr. Banerjee earned her Ph.D. in English from The Graduate Center, CUNY in 2014, following an M.A. in English from the same institution in 2010. Her undergraduate education includes a B.A. in English, Anthropology, and Film Studies from Bryn Mawr College in 2006, establishing the interdisciplinary foundation for her current scholarly work. Her research focuses on British and European modernism, film histories and historiography, and writing pedagogy, with particular emphasis on spatial theory in modernist literature and postcolonial perspectives on film. Banerjee's work demonstrates how modernist texts can be productively engaged with contemporary concerns including climate change and social justice. Her monograph Drafty Houses in Forster, Eliot, and Woolf: Spatiality and Cultural Politics (2024) explores how architectural imagery functions in modernist writing to articulate perspectives on art and politics. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent engagement with postcolonial perspectives on modernism and film, particularly examining how colonial power dynamics operate in cultural production. Her work on Black Narcissus (2025) demonstrates how unscripted elements in film can resist colonialist narratives, while her environmental humanities scholarship connects modernist literature to contemporary climate concerns. This dual focus on historical analysis and contemporary relevance characterizes her scholarly approach. As an educator at both community college and graduate levels, Banerjee has developed innovative approaches to teaching modernism that connect historical texts to students' contemporary concerns, particularly regarding climate change and social justice. Her work in community college pedagogy demonstrates how humanities education can address student anxieties about environmental crises while maintaining rigorous engagement with literary texts.

Donald Beecherمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Renaissance Literature
• Early English Prose Fiction
• Cognitive Sciences and Literature
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Donald Beecher is a Professor in the Department of English Language and Literature at Carleton University, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. He holds a B.A., M.A. (University of California, Santa Barbara), and a Ph.D. (Shakespeare Institute, University of Birmingham). His research focuses on Renaissance literature, cognitive approaches to literature, and early English prose fiction. He has translated and edited significant works like Boccaccio’s Decameron and Straparola’s Piacevoli notti , and his critical work explores intersections between literature and fields like medicine, psychology, and cultural studies. His research interests include the cognitive sciences’ impact on literary production, Renaissance folktale traditions, and medico-literary relationships. He has held prestigious roles such as Distinguished Visiting Professor at UCLA and Senior Research Fellow at the University of Bologna. His recent work includes a collection of essays on cognition and Renaissance literature, Adaptive Minds and Imaginative Worlds . Education: B.A., University of California, Santa Barbara M.A., University of California, Santa Barbara Ph.D., Shakespeare Institute, University of Birmingham Awards: Montaigne Prize (2017) Lifetime Achievement Award (2003) Teaching: Recent courses include studies on Jonsonian comedy, Shakespeare’s problem comedies, and Milton’s intellectual tradition. Beecher’s publications span edited Renaissance texts, critical essays, and collaborative projects with scholars like Massimo Ciavolella. His work bridges historical analysis with modern cognitive theories, offering fresh perspectives on Renaissance literary practices.

Ursula Regenerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• German Literature
• Romanticism Studies
• Literary History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Ursula Regener holds the Chair of Modern German Literature I at the University of Regensburg's Faculty of Languages, Literature and Cultural Studies, within the Institute of German Studies. She specializes in Romanticism studies, with a focus on Joseph von Eichendorff's literary works and cultural legacy. Her academic work includes leading the historical-critical edition of Eichendorff’s Complete Works (HKA), co-editing volumes such as the diaries and poetry collections, and critically examining Eichendorff’s reception history. She served as president of the Eichendorff Society (2006–2010), steering its transition post-dissolution into the Eichendorff Forum. Her research encompasses Eichendorff’s biography, genealogy, travel routes, and material heritage, including archival preservation and museum curation. She has contributed to Aurora yearbooks and co-authored key publications on Romanticism’s cultural and historical contexts. Her work addresses both scholarly rigor and ethical engagement with historical ideological influences on literary institutions. Education details are not explicitly stated in texts, but her academic roles imply advanced qualifications in German literature. She collaborates on international projects, such as restoring Eichendorff’s Silesian heritage sites. Her advisory role includes mentoring through academic leadership, though specific student names are not listed. Awards are not directly attributed to her but she administers prestigious prizes like the Oskar Seidlin Prize for young scholars. She maintains the Eichendorff Forum, preserving the society’s legacy through digital platforms and scholarly resources.

Karla Koskinenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theatre Direction
• Acting Pedagogy
• Shakespearean Theatre
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Karla Koskinen is a Professor in the Department of Theatre at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), part of the College of Arts and Sciences. She specializes in directing, acting pedagogy, and feminist theatre criticism. Her professional career spans over 25 years, with leadership roles as Artistic Director of Shakespeare on the Green and Heritage Artists. She has directed productions for companies like Phoenix Theatre and Trinity Players. In 2010, she co-authored Re-Visioning Lear's Daughters , examining feminist theories in Shakespearean drama. She has held academic positions at the University of South Carolina, DePaul University, Western Michigan University, and Barat College. Her research focuses on feminist critiques of Shakespeare’s plays and experimental theatre practices. She teaches courses in directing and acting, leading UAB’s Experimental Company class. Her awards include two ariZoni Awards for direction and production excellence. Advising and grants: While no specific advisees or grants are listed, her academic roles and publications reflect a commitment to mentoring students and advancing scholarly discourse in theatre studies. She leads initiatives like the Experimental Company, fostering collaborative student projects. Labs/Teams: She oversees the Experimental Company, a student-driven theatre ensemble at UAB, emphasizing innovative approaches to performance and text.

Michelle Ephraimمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Shakespeare Studies
• Early Modern Literature
• Creative Nonfiction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

MICHELLE EPHRAIM is a Professor of English at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), specializing in Shakespeare studies, creative nonfiction, and Jewish literature. She holds a BA from Tufts University, an MA and PhD from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Her research explores intersections of gender, religion, and early modern drama. Key works include Reading the Jewish Woman on the Elizabethan Stage (2016) and Green World: A Tragicomic Memoir of Love & Shakespeare (2024), winner of the Juniper Prize. Prof. Ephraim co-hosts the Everyday Shakespeare podcast, blending scholarly insight with popular culture. Education: BA English & History (Tufts, 1991), MA English (UW-Madison, 1993), PhD English (UW-Madison, 1999). Research Interests : Shakespeare’s relevance to modern life, Jewish identity in literature, gender studies, creative nonfiction. She emphasizes public scholarship, appearing in venues like The Washington Post and McSweeney’s . Awards & Honors : Juniper Prize (2023), Friends of American Writers Award (2025), IPPY Silver Medal, and recognition in Wall Street Journal and Guardian . Co-authored Shakespeare, Not Stirred , featured in New York Times . Podcast & Media : Host of Everyday Shakespeare , exploring Shakespeare’s contemporary relevance. Episodes include discussions of bookselling in the Renaissance and modern adaptations. Featured on The Moth Story Hour and WGBH radio. Professional Affiliations : Shakespeare Association of America. Collaborates with institutions like Harvard’s Mahindra Humanities Center and Brookline Booksmith.

Virgina Lee Strainمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Shakespeare Studies
• Renaissance Literature
• Law and Literature
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Virgina Lee Strain is an Associate Professor at the Department of English , Loyola University Chicago . Her scholarly identity as a literary historian centers on the interplay between historical conditions and literary innovation, particularly in the English Renaissance. Education : BA, MA, and PhD from the University of Toronto Dr. Strain’s research explores Shakespeare studies , law and literature , the history of comedy , and the philosophy of history . Her work examines how literary texts interrogate legal systems and historical frameworks, as seen in her book Legal Reform in English Renaissance Literature (2018) and publications in prominent handbooks and journals. Her academic contributions include the Shakespeare Association of America’s J. Leeds Barroll Dissertation Prize (2011) . She teaches courses on Shakespeare and Loyola’s Honors Program, emphasizing interdisciplinary critical thinking and historical context. Her pedagogy challenges students to confront linguistic and cultural barriers while analyzing Renaissance literature’s ethical and transhistorical relevance.

Robert Combsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• American Drama
• Eugene O’Neill
• Short Fiction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Robert Combs is a Professor of English at George Washington University, specializing in American Drama with a particular focus on Eugene O’Neill’s plays and short fiction from Edgar Allan Poe to the present. His research bridges literary analysis with historical context, examining themes such as existentialism, intertextuality, and psychological exploration in 20th-century American literature. Combs holds a Ph.D. in English from the University of South Carolina (1971). His scholarly publications span over four decades, analyzing works by prominent authors including Hart Crane, D.H. Lawrence, Aldous Huxley, and William Inge. Key contributions include exploring O’Neill’s use of quotation in Long Day’s Journey into Night , Camus’s existential themes alongside O’Neill, and Wilde’s influence on Henry James. His work often employs comparative approaches, linking poetry with drama (e.g., Crane and O’Neill) and examining how historical events shape literary productions. Though no awards are explicitly mentioned, his consistent output in top-tier journals like The Eugene O’Neill Review and edited volumes underscores his scholarly impact. Combs has advised no listed graduate students, though his teaching likely influences emerging scholars. No grants or lab affiliations are noted in the provided text.

Victor Roncero-Lopezمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Spanish Golden Age Literature
• Humanist Studies
• Historiography
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Victor Roncero-López is a Distinguished Professor of Spanish Golden Age Literature at Stony Brook University, where he has taught for over two decades. He previously held positions at the University of Castilla-La Mancha (Spain) and High Point University in North Carolina. His research focuses on humanist issues, historiography, the Picaresque novel, Petrarchist poetry, Bufoonesque literature, and Autos Sacramentales. He has edited works from medieval Cancionero poetry to studies on Quevedo and Calderón. Roncero-López is a member of GRISO, a Golden Age research team, and serves as General Editor and Founder of La Perinola: Revista de Investigación Quevediana . He has also directed the editorial board of the Colección Batihoja . His academic contributions include groundbreaking studies on Quevedo's historiography and humanism in 16th- and 17th-century Europe. He frequently teaches summer courses in European universities and has published extensively on Golden Age literature, including critical editions of plays by Lope de Vega, Tirso de Molina, and Calderón. His recent work examines themes of power, religion, and satire in Spanish Golden Age theater and poetry. Recent publications (2020–2025) highlight his expertise in metatheatrical analysis, political satire, and interdisciplinary approaches to Golden Age texts. His work often bridges philological rigor with cultural and historical contextualization. He has also contributed to anthologies and critical editions that reshape understanding of lesser-known works from the period.

Mary K. Bercaw Edwardsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Herman Melville Studies
• Maritime Literature
• American Literature
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Mary K. Bercaw Edwards is Professor of English and Director of the Maritime Studies Program at the University of Connecticut, specializing in Herman Melville studies, maritime literature, and American literary history. Her research examines the intersections of nautical culture, textual scholarship, and 19th-century literature, with particular focus on Melville's whaling experiences and their influence on American letters. She holds an MA and PhD from Northwestern University and is a licensed U.S. Coast Guard Master of Near-Coastal Auxiliary Sail Vessels. Her scholarship explores sailor vernacular, cannibal discourse in Pacific literature, and textual editing of Melville's works. Recent publications analyze Melville's engagement with whaling history, naval service, and cross-cultural encounters. Edwards chairs the Melville Society Archives and edits Extracts for Leviathan: A Journal of Melville Studies. Honors include the Gerald E. Morris Prize, Felberbaum Family Faculty Award, and multiple National Endowment for the Humanities grants. She has directed NEH institutes on Melville and maritime studies and frequently collaborates with Mystic Seaport Museum. With extensive seafaring experience including global circumnavigation, Edwards integrates practical maritime knowledge into literary scholarship, offering unique perspectives on sea narratives and authorial biography.

Kerstin Wilhelmsمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Theatre and Drama Research
• Political Literature
• Law and Literature
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kerstin Wilhelms is a researcher at the University of Münster's Department of Modern German Literature, where she focuses on interdisciplinary connections between literature, law, and theater. She co-directs the subproject 'Show Trials: Staging of Law as Social Practice' within the Collaborative Research Center 1385 'Law and Literature' and has led several conferences exploring intersections of legal and theatrical performance. Her research employs models from autobiography studies, political theory, and media analysis to investigate how societal norms are negotiated through cultural texts. Her research examines how aesthetic forms mediate political and legal discourse, with emphasis on: Theatrical representations of historical trials and their socio-political implications Autobiographical narratives as sites of identity construction in digital and historical contexts German pop culture as a lens for national identity formation She has secured funding from the German Research Foundation (DFG) for multiple projects, including the Graduate School 'Literary Form' and collaborative investigations into decision-making cultures. Her pedagogical approach integrates theoretical frameworks with textual analysis across courses on political drama, autobiographical media, and contemporary poetry.

Mitchell Macraeمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Composition
• Literature
• Renaissance Literature
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mitchell Macrae is an Instructor in the English and University Composition Program at Colorado State University. His academic focus centers on Composition and Literature, with specialized interests in Renaissance and Early Modern Drama. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Oregon. His research explores metatheatrical elements in early modern plays, as evidenced by his 2019 publication in Early Theatre analyzing John Marston’s Antonio’s Revenge . No grants or awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided text. Macrae’s academic contributions are tied to his teaching and scholarship in literary analysis and dramatic studies. No lab affiliations or teams are noted in the available information.

Hristomir A. Stanevمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Early Modern British Literature
• Renaissance Drama
• Sensory Experience
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Hristomir A. Stanev is an Associate Professor in the English Department at the University of Louisville. He specializes in early modern British literature and Renaissance drama, focusing on the intersection of metropolitan life and human senses in Jacobean-era works. His research explores sensory experiences in Shakespearean and contemporary playwrights' works. Education: Ph.D. in English from the University of Chicago (2009), M.A. in English from Ohio State University (2003) His research interests include sensory analysis in early modern drama, urban cultural studies, and the historical context of literary works. Recent publications emphasize auditory culture in Ben Jonson’s plays, medical symbolism in Timon of Athens , and olfactory themes in Jacobean city comedies. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned. No grants or advising roles are detailed in the provided text.

Lavanya Vemsaniمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Indian History
• Religious Studies
• Hinduism
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Lavanya Vemsani is a Professor of History at Shawnee State University's College of Arts and Sciences, specializing in Indian History and Religions. She holds dual PhDs from McMaster University (Religious Studies) and the University of Hyderabad (History). Her research bridges ancient and contemporary Indian studies, focusing on religious iconography, gender in sacred texts, and historical urbanization patterns. Education PhD (Religious Studies), McMaster University, 2004 PhD (History), University of Hyderabad, 2004 MPhil (History), University of Hyderabad Research Interests Mythological deities (e.g., Narasimha, Balarama) Gender dynamics in Hindu epics Early Medieval urbanization in Andhra Pradesh Rejection of Aryan migration theories via genetic evidence Professional Roles Editor-in-Chief, American Journal of Indic Studies Managing Editor, International Journal of Indic Studies Vice President, Ohio Academy of History (2018–2020) Her publications include seminal works on Balarāma's cult, Narasimha's symbolism, and feminist reinterpretations of Mahabharata figures. Recent research challenges colonial historiography through interdisciplinary methods combining genetics, archaeology, and textual analysis.

Chris Auerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Dramatic Writing
• Screenwriting
• Television Writing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Chris Auer is a Professor of Dramatic Writing at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), holding this position since Summer 2014. Previously, he served as Chair of Film and Television (2004–2014) and Chair of Dramatic Writing (2008–2014). His administrative roles included overseeing budgets up to $1 million and managing faculty/students across disciplines. Auer teaches graduate/undergraduate courses in screenwriting, playwriting, and television writing. Education: M.A. in Communication (Regent University), B.A. in Theater (SUNY). Research interests span dramatic writing across film, TV, and theater, with specialization in integrating performing arts curricula. He has authored children’s books like The Littlest Magi and produced documentaries exploring religion in Hollywood and music history. Notable works include God Goes to the Movies (2019) and Cradle of Genius (2003). Awards include an Emmy nomination for As the World Turns and membership in prominent organizations like the Writers’ Guild of America. His career spans over 40 years, including roles as executive producer of Big Brother Jake (1990–1994) and staff writer on The Cosby Show (1986–1988).